Bronny James, son of NBA superstar LeBron James, is set to share the court with his father during the Los Angeles Lakers’ upcoming road trip, according to reports from ESPN. After making history in the season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves—becoming the first father-son duo to play together in an NBA game—Bronny will transition to a dual role, alternating between the Lakers' active roster and their South Bay G League affiliate.
Following home games on Friday and Saturday, the Lakers will embark on a five-game road trip starting on October 28 against the Phoenix Suns, with additional games against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Toronto Raptors, Detroit Pistons, and concluding on November 6 in Memphis. A standout game in this stretch will be the matchup against the Cavaliers, marking a homecoming for LeBron, who began his illustrious career in Cleveland.
Both LeBron and Lakers head coach JJ Redick have expressed their commitment to Bronny’s development. LeBron emphasized the importance of hard work and accountability, stating, “His job is to put the work in and get better and better, just like the rest of us.”
Redick, who is focused on establishing a robust player development program, described Bronny as a key case study for their efforts. He noted the young player's potential, highlighting his skill set, including athleticism, shooting, and defensive capabilities.
In his season debut, Bronny did not score in three minutes of play but has shown promise throughout the preseason, averaging 4.2 points in 16.2 minutes over six games. As he splits time between the NBA and the G League, Bronny aims to refine his skills and grow as a player under the guidance of his father and the Lakers' coaching staff.
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